The Journey Begins: Back to School with Custom Denning

January 24, 2025

As we welcome 2025 and Term 1 of the school year commences, there's no better time to talk about why we're so excited about the Custom Denning Element 2 buses. These incredible vehicles are revolutionising city services everywhere, but even more so with school transport, thanks to their cutting-edge safety features and amazing technology!

First off, let's talk safety. The Element 2 is equipped with AVAS, Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System, which emits a warning sound at lower speeds, ensuring pedestrians are aware of the approaching bus. Talk about peace of mind for parents and schools!

But that's not all – the tech on these buses is seriously impressive. The Element 2 is powered by a state-of-the-art electric drive system, featuring a ZF CeTrax motor that delivers an impressive 300 kW of power. This means a smooth, quiet ride that's also environmentally friendly. No more noisy, black smoke polluting buses disrupting the neighbourhood!

Comfort and Accessibility

The Element 2 isn't just about safety and tech – it's designed with comfort in mind too. With seating for up to 41 passengers and space for 28 standees, there's plenty of room for everyone. The low-floor design with its flat floor to the rear, meeting DDA compliance, makes it easy for all students to hop on and off, especially those with mobility challenges.

The High Voltage Air Conditioning adds to the comfort, ensuring all passengers are kept cool during summer, and warm during winter, and the large windows provide plenty of visibility for all on board.  

Environmental Benefits

Here's something to feel good about: these buses are 100% electric, which means zero emissions. By choosing the Element 2 for school services, urban transport providers are not only delivering carbon neutral, safe transport, but also setting an example for students about environmental responsibility. It's a win-win!

Australian Innovation

What makes the Element 2 even more special is that it's designed and built right here in St Marys NSW and not overseas.  It's great to see local innovation leading the way in sustainable transportation, whilst protecting our sovereign manufacturing capability for a sustainable future, and supporting our economy –something we can all get behind.

As we start the new school year, it's exciting to think about the positive impact these buses will have, for today, tomorrow, and beyond.

They're not just getting kids to school; they're providing a safer, cleaner, quieter, and more comfortable journey every day!

A local manufacturing future will allow Custom Denning to continue researching and implementing new technologies, whilst upskilling Australians and reducing Australia’s reliance on foreign imports.

The Custom Denning Element 2 is truly setting a new standard for all forms of urban transportation, and we couldn't be more thrilled to support it. Here's to a great 2025 school year, powered by amazing Aussie innovation!